Swiss Ball Jackknives

CoreHipLumbar Stability
Written By David Song

SWISS BALL JACKKNIVES

This is a core strengthening exercise that is also use to dissociate lumbar flexion from hip flexion. Start in a tall plank position with your shins on a Swiss ball and hands placed below the shoulders. Pull the knees towards your chest while keeping the spine neutral. Slowly extend the hips to return to starting position to complete a repetition.

Muscles Involved:

  • Core

    • Transverse Abdominis

  • Iliopsoas

Related Conditions:

  • Hip Spine Syndrome

  • Internal Snapping Hip Syndrome

  • Hip Impingement

  • Iliopsoas Tendinitis / Tendinopathy

  • Superficial Front Line Dysfunction

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